Bypass pruners cut by slicing past each other like scissors, which gives a clean wound on living growth. Anvil pruners crush the stem against a flat plate instead — fine for deadwood, but damaging on anything you want to keep growing.

Key features

Bypass action for clean cuts on live stems
Sap groove to stop the blades gumming up
Locking catch for safe storage
Cushioned stop to reduce hand shock

Materials

Hardened stainless blade with a non-stick coating and moulded grips.

Intended use

Pruning roses, shrubs, soft stems, and light woody growth. Use loppers or a saw for anything the blades will not close around comfortably.

Assembly

None required.

Care

Wipe the blade after use and sharpen periodically. Clean between plants when pruning diseased material to avoid carrying infection along a bed.

What's included

One pair of bypass pruning shears.

Not included

Holster, sharpening stone, and gloves are sold separately.

Bypass Pruning Shears